
Bob Marshall Trail Races
Bob Marshall Trail Races weave through Montana's wild frontier, offering stunning wilderness scenery.
Race Date
Jul 18, 2026
Location
Seeley Lake, MT
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, July 18, 2026
- Location
- Seeley Lake, Montana
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 50K, 25K, 26.2 Miles, 10K
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Mixed
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 133
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Bob Marshall Trail Races invite runners into the heart of Montana's breathtaking wilderness, just outside the famed Bob Marshall Wilderness area. Set near Seeley Lake, the course winds through a landscape of majestic, forested mountains and pristine lakes, offering a chance to encounter abundant wildlife.
The race unfolds across a challenging mix of terrain, featuring ski trails, rugged singletrack, and Forest Service roads. Runners will find no pavement here, only the raw beauty of a wild frontier, making it an immersive trail running experience.
This event promises an unforgettable adventure, surrounded by jaw-dropping scenery and the untamed spirit of one of the nation's last wild places.
Race-provided description
The Bob Marshall Trail Races Don't miss out on the adventure of a lifetime with this exhilarating trail run just outside the breathtaking Bob Marshall Wilderness! Nestled among a stunning chain of lakes, Seeley Lake is surrounded by majestic, forested mountains and teeming with incredible wildlife, including moose, elk, wolves, and the elusive Grizzly bear. Join us for an unforgettable race experience — whether you’re tackling the challenge of a 50K, 25K, Marathon, Half Marathon, or 10K, you'll be mesmerized by the jaw-dropping scenery that surrounds you, all set on the edge of one of the Nation's last wild frontiers. The race kicks off at the scenic Seeley Creek Ski Trails in Seeley Lake, MT. You’ll run through beautiful ski trails, rugged singletrack, and along Forest Service roads, all while immersed in the raw beauty of the rugged Bob Marshall Wilderness Area. No pavement! Lace up your trail shoes and prepare for an epic journey through fantastic surroundings! All registrants receive a souvenir race medal and lanyard, a custom race bib, a custom race sticker, a Wolf Pack sticker, Hammer Nutrition fueling products, aid station support, a marked/certified course, a chip-timed event, accurate posted results, snacks, and refreshments at the finish line. Discounted race shirts are available for purchase and are delivered to your home address via Amazon Prime.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Start Time
9:00 AM
Start Location
Seeley Creek Nordic Trails, Seeley Lake, MT, 59868
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
mixed
Scenery
Forest, Mountain
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
4 years running
~41 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
3 timing sources · 5 photos
no finisher data yet
winner 1:36:00
typical high 85°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
55°
Afternoon (High)
85°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.0"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
45%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 133 finishers actually crossed the line across 4 years.
Most recent
2024
Total finishers
133
Median time
2:54:43
Latest turnout
26
States
—
Turnout by year
2021–2024
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Bob Marshall Trail Races?
The Bob Marshall Trail Races is held on Saturday, July 18, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
Where does the Bob Marshall Trail Races take place?
It takes place in Seeley Lake, Montana.
What distances does the Bob Marshall Trail Races offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 50K, 25K, 26.2 Miles, 10K.
Is the Bob Marshall Trail Races course flat and good for a PR?
The Bob Marshall Trail Races is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Bob Marshall Trail Races?
HalfRuns has finish records for 133 runners who have completed the Bob Marshall Trail Races.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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